Adjunct Lecturer positions in the Master of Science in Engineering Design Innovation

About the role

Northwestern University’s McCormick School of Engineering invites applications for one or more part-time, non-benefits eligible, Adjunct Lecturer positions in the Master of Science in Engineering Design Innovation. Adjunct Lecturers are responsible for effectively planning and teaching courses in the designated discipline/field of study to students from a variety of academic backgrounds and experiences. Teaching may include a variety of formats: face to face, remote, and online. Adjunct Lecturers are employed based on student enrollment and staffing needs. The adjunct faculty contract contains no expectation or guarantee of continued employment. This posting will be used to obtain a pool of qualified candidates; as teaching needs arise, applications will be reviewed for possible interviews.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and teach assigned courses at assigned class meetings, based on course catalog description and approved course outline;
• Prepare and objectively grade class assignments and exams within a timely manner, in accordance with course outcomes;
• Maintain accurate, transparent student records;
• Assist and foster student success through the maintenance of regularly scheduled office hours and timely responses to e-mail inquiries;
• Adhere to all administrative university policies such as the timely submission of completed midterm and final grades;
• Maintain appropriate professional development to stay current within assigned courses;
• Maintain appropriate standards of professional conduct and ethics;
• Other duties as assigned by contract and/or by the Course Coordinator including assessing course(s) taught for continuous improvement.

Required Qualifications

• Extensive professional experience and achievement in Design Innovation;
• Academic background in Engineering, Product Design, relevant Design disciplines, Social Science or a closely related field;
• Teaching experience at the college level;
• Solid verbal and written communications skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Extensive professional experience and achievement in Design Innovation;
• Master’s degree or above in Engineering, Product Design, relevant Design disciplines, Social Science, Business or a closely related field;
• Teaching experience at the college level;
• Solid verbal and written communications skills;
• Familiarity with learning management systems (e.g., Canvas).